Costco is closing the book on year-round sales of physical novels. The bulk retailer is looking to end constant book sales at 500 of its 600 stores across the U.S., according to reports. Starting in January, Costco will remove the book section from most of the stores.

In an effort to lower costs, Costco plans to remove its year-round book section from the majority of its 600-plus stores in the United States starting next year.

Costco plans to eliminate its well-liked book area from most of its more than 600 locations in the US in January. The bulk retailer made this decision as it would emphasise more on efficient stocking practices.